Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $507,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $160,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$507,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $538,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $538,500 | 16 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $507,500 | 15 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 8 | $305,000 |
| Kansas | 7 | $202,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Operation Breakthrough Inc | Charitable contribution | $160,000 |
| Ku Endowment - Ku Cancer Center | Charitable contribution | $75,000 |
| Children's Mercy Hospital Department of Philanthropy | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Lakemary Center Endowment | Charitable contribution | $35,000 |
| KC Pet Project | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| KVC Health Systems Inc | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| St Luke's Foundation | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| The Junior Golf Foundation of Greater Kansas City - First Tee | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Friends of Sasone Daf Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Gordon Parks Elementary School | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation Serving KS & West Mo | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Child Advocacy Services Center Inc - the Childrens Place | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Cornerstones of Care Development Dept | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Erin Andra Wilson Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Heartland Therapeutic Riding Inc | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas K Jones
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation give?
$507,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas K Jones (Trustee).
What does Kenneth L & Eva S Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.